Process Industrialization - Technical Project Manager

GE Vernova • Greenville, SC

8d • Onsite

About The Position

The Technical Project Manager will lead the execution of multiple industrialization and manufacturing readiness projects within a highly matrixed organization. This role is critical in bridging machine installation through full operational readiness, coordinating schedules, resources, and interdependencies across technical and support teams. The role requires a hands on, technically grounded project manager with strong schedule integration capability and advanced Smartsheet proficiency, capable of influencing across functions without direct authority.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related technical field (general technical degree acceptable)
• Minimum 5–10 years of project management experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment
• Demonstrated experience managing multiple complex projects simultaneously
• Must be legally authorized to work in the USA without sponsorship now or in the future
• Ability to work off-shift or flexible schedule at times as required by project timelines
• Ability and desire to work on site in a manufacturing environment
• This role is restricted to U.S. persons (i.e., U.S. citizens, permanent residents, and other protected individuals under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)) due to access to export-controlled technology.
• GE will require proof of status prior to employment

Nice To Haves

• PMP certification strongly preferred
• Strong influential leadership skills in a matrixed organization
• Ability to manage complex interdependencies without direct budget or people authority
• Comfortable operating in a fast‑paced shop‑floor environment
• Highly organized, execution‑focused, and data‑driven
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes; experience in Aerospace or Power Generation preferred

Responsibilities

• Project Execution & Schedule Integration Lead multiple concurrent industrialization projects, including line modifications for capacity increases and new line installations for expanded capabilities
• Integrate multiple complex schedules (e.g., machine installation, tooling, programming, qualification) into a single master project plan
• Identify and actively manage critical‑path interdependencies across teams and workstreams
• Smartsheet Architecture & Reporting Build and maintain Smartsheet project architectures from scratch, including templates, automated workflows, and dashboards
• Provide real‑time visibility to schedule health, constraints, and risks for leadership and stakeholders
• Serve as the Smartsheet “power user” for complex, multi‑line industrialization programs
• Industrialization & Operational Readiness Lead scheduling and coordination for machine start‑up, process development, programming, tooling, fixtures, and part qualification
• Ensure alignment between engineering deliverables and manufacturing readiness
• Drive disciplined handoff from project execution to production ownership
• Cross‑Functional Coordination (Matrixed Environment) Act as the central execution “hub” across CAPEX, CAD/CAM, Deployment, Development, Quality, and Fixture / Part Movement teams
• Coordinate daily across technical and support organizations with shared resources
• Resolve priority and resource conflicts through influence and data‑driven tradeoffs
• Resource, Risk & Procurement Management Identify resource bottlenecks and negotiate solutions to protect project milestones
• Track procurement timing and delivery of tooling, fixtures, and other critical purchased items
• Proactively adjust schedules based on supplier push/pull to minimize impact to start‑up dates
• Communication & Governance Facilitate regular project status and execution reviews
• Provide clear, actionable updates to technical experts, manufacturing leaders, and stakeholders who will ultimately own the processes
• Drive structured issue resolution and escalation as needed

Benefits

• GE Vernova employees rise to the challenge of building a world that works. In order to meet this mission, we provide varied, competitive benefits to help support our workforce
• Our compensation & benefits are designed to reward high performers and help you manage your personal and family needs.
• We offer a robust benefits package depending on your employment status and your national requirements.
• A healthy, balanced lifestyle can mean different things to different people. We've created programs that support the way you live and work today.
• GE Vernova invests to provide opportunities to grow your career by providing a path for continued on-the-job learning and development.
• Available benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services.
• Retirement benefits include the GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants.
• Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability benefits, life insurance, 12 paid holidays, and permissive time off.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level